Episode Description

In this conversation, Evan Petrie shares his journey into the education domain, discussing his early experiences with tutoring and his passion for helping students. He emphasizes the value of learning Latin and its relevance in today's world, particularly in understanding scientific and medical terminology. Evan also talks about his transition to full-time tutoring, his role in curriculum development, and the importance of addressing student anxiety in test preparation. He provides insights into effective reading comprehension strategies and compares the SAT and ACT, highlighting their differences. The discussion also touches on the impact of digital testing and the challenges faced in curriculum development, concluding with a glimpse into Evan's daily life as a tutor and curriculum specialist.